Cocktails and Castoffs

A food-focused fundraiser supporting the work of  DIG, held in partnership with the National Western Center. This signature event blends food, culture, and global impact into an evening of flavorful connection. More Details

Event Date

Sunday, April 19, 2026

Event Time

4:30 pm-6:30 pm

Event Location

Stockyard Event Center
5004 National Western Dr, Denver, CO 80216

Ways To Attend the Event 

$50 – Event Entry for 1
Enjoy signature drinks and curated bites inspired by the diverse culinary heritages and ingredients found in DIG’s gardens.

$500 –  Sponsor Seeds & Tools for 25 Farmers + Event Entry for 2
Equip a group of 25 farmers with the seeds and tools they need to start and sustain their individual home gardens. By investing here, you are not just putting tools in farmers’ hands, you’re planting the foundation for healthier futures and stronger families. 

$1000 – Sponsor Tools for DIG Demo Gardens + Event Entry for 4
Having the right tools for the job is essential. You can provide 10 Farmer Field School groups with locally sourced, sturdy tools that farmers can use for years to come. Our community gardens are living classrooms where farmers gain hands-on experiences in regenerative agriculture techniques. From soil care to water conservation, farmers replicate what they learn at home. (suggested donation)

$3000 – Sponsor the Expansion of DIG’s Priority Household Program + Event Entry for 6
While parents in our Priority Household Program start their home gardens tailored to their child’s unique nutritional needs, you can provide 50 families with a locally produced, emergency food supplement.  This support ensures DIG can mitigate the dangers of malnutrition immediately and reach a growing number of families in need.(suggested donation)

$6000 – Sponsor the Launch of a New Farmer Field School Program + Event Entry for 8
Start a new DIG Farmer Field School for a uniquely marginalized community in Kenya, Uganda, or Senegal. Your gift provides everything from the demonstration site itself to the appropriate tools, seeds, and adapted training by our local teams. Your support fuels lasting benefits, improving nutrition, boosting income, and strengthening communities for generations to come.(suggested donation)